GONE!

 Our most recent completion, at 902 Maryland Avenue, turned out to be pretty quick for a Grande Dame.  Even in the midst of relentless February snow she sold for full list price after only six days on the market -- solid proof that there's still a strong market for high-end renovations in great locations.  For more details on this house's spectacular spaces and luxurious finishes, see our previous posts below, and the "recent completions" section of this web site.


Interior Design

The interior design for our new showcase home at 902 Maryland Avenue NE is really coming into focus.  The large rooms and high ceilings almost demand a high level of finish and detail – from the baseboard to the built-ins to the crown moulding – but in keeping with our overall philosophy they will be generally clean lines and luxurious without being busy.

The high-end kitchen appliances and gas fireplaces will also reflect our signature approach of blending traditional and modern atmospheres.  Take a look at some of the design elements we’ve chosen and see for yourself.  Also, get an eyeful of the impressive view to the north from the roof deck!

Framing out

New stair layout frees up more room for living.

New stair layout frees up more room for living.

With demolition complete, we've been framing out the new interior design at 902 MD Ave.  You can get a sense of the difference it will make by comparing the outline of the new center stairs with the old side staircase in our last post.  The new layout really opens up the place, both functionally and in terms of the way it feels standing inside.  Nothing makes a room feel more spacious quite like adding more space!  

After the framing is complete, our crews will be installing new plumbing and then completely new wiring.  They'll also start working on the house's HVAC and other systems -- all the modern upgrades that make living in a renovated property so much more convenient and energy efficient.  Watch this space for more details as the vision for this wonderful old house begin to take shape.

Demo starts at 902 Maryland Avenue NE

Now that we have all the necessary permits, we've started demolition at 902 MD Ave.  It's a large house that had been divided up into separate apartments, rather haphazardly.  We're actually adding even more space, and opening up the existing rooms, to create the kind of palatial atmosphere you don't find in many older Capitol Hill townhouses.

Just one example:  the staircase at left will be relocated to the center of the house, where it will include two turns with their own landings.  This makes better use of the space and will be more attractive as well. Ultimately the house will feature four bedrooms including a large master suite, a guest or in-law suite in the basement, a chef's kitchen, custom cabinetry and a long list of other premium features.

We're also moving an alley light pole a few feet in order to open up the back for off-street parking -- a must when you're only a few blocks from bustling H Street and all its exciting nightlife. There will still be plenty of room for indoor-outdoor entertaining, or just relaxing in shade and privacy. From the original wrought-iron fence in the front yard all the way to the comfortable back patio, this home will feature everything a family could want in both classic and modern amenities.

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